In recent years, mental health issues have been on the rise across the UK. With one in four people experiencing a mental health condition during their lifetime, it’s becoming increasingly important for healthcare professionals to respond effectively. General Practitioners (GPs) are often the first point of contact for most patients and can provide support to
Athona is proud to announce its award for the Workforce Alliance Insourcing Framework, an important step in supporting the NHS with trusted, high-quality workforce solutions. This framework enables Athona to provide skilled professionals who integrate seamlessly into healthcare teams, helping NHS trusts address patient backlogs, enhance efficiency, and maintain exceptional standards of care. “We’re incredibly
It is with great pleasure that we officially announce Rebecca Coates and Tanya Ironmonger as Joint Managing Directors of Athona, a role they have held since June 21st. Rebecca and Tanya have contributed to the growing success of the business throughout their time with Athona as Sales Directors for our Psychiatry and Acute teams. They
Athona, a leading UK healthcare recruitment agency, is excited to announce the transfer of a majority stake to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. This move highlights Athona’s commitment to its employees and enhances its potential for long-term growth. Effective immediately, the company’s ownership is now part held
The healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly. With growing pressures from an ageing population, advances in medical technology, and shifting patient needs, the NHS must adapt. To address these challenges and ensure a sustainable future, the Department of Health and Social Care has launched the Change NHS Survey, which aims to develop a new 10-Year Health
Every year on October 10th, we observe World Mental Health Day, a time to reflect on global mental health challenges and consider how we can foster well-being for all. This year’s theme, ’workplace mental health,’ is especially significant for healthcare professionals. In an environment that demands resilience and dedication, the mental health of those working
As of the end of July, ‘trusts are expected to end the use of all off-framework agencies’ due to the publication of the NHS 2024/25 priorities and operational planning guidance. This means the NHS will have to cease any association with off-framework agencies meaning any worker employed under an off-framework agency will need to be
International Nurses Day is celebrated on the 12th May each year to celebrate and recognise the contributions nurses make to society across the globe. This day is an opportunity to raise awareness about the critical role nurses play in health care and some of the obstacles they encounter. Nurses are at the heart of our
NHS or private sector? That is a common question asked by healthcare professionals when looking for a new job opportunity. There is no right or wrong answer to this question, just one that suits your situation and requirements better. Here we have put together the following information to help understand the differences between private and
Janeth Soluta was one of the original members of our Nursing team when it launched 10 years ago. She has been a crucial asset to the success of the team and as we celebrate Nursing turning 10, we wanted to sit down with Janeth and speak to her about how she found the past decade,
Today, 8th March 2024, marks International Women’s Day where we are taking the time to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This year’s campaign theme is #inpsireinclusion and was chosen as a theme to emphasise the importance of diversity and empowerment, in all aspects of society. To recognise and highlight how
Meet Amy, Athona’s Business Manager for our Psychiatry team, who recently celebrated her 10-year anniversary working at Athona. To mark this achievement, we took the time to catch up with Amy and find out more behind her reasons for choosing a career in recruitment, her progression over the last 10 years and any future goals and